The Heart of Bogardan is a rare enchantment from the 1997 Weatherlight expansion, known for its powerful cumulative upkeep mechanic.
Heart of Bogardan
1997 • Magic: The Gathering • Weatherlight
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| Raw / Ungraded | $0.76Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $0.76 to $0.76 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 4, 2026 and Sep 11, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts. | Unknown | Guide Estimate Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) | Source Observation Date Unavailable |
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The Heart of Bogardan card stands as a memorable artifact from the 1997 Weatherlight expansion in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Identified as card number 106, this rare enchantment has long been a focal point for enthusiasts of vintage collectibles. Created by artist Terese Nielsen, the card is part of the WTH set code, marking its place in one of the most celebrated eras of the game's history. Mechanically, the Heart of Bogardan is defined by its unique cumulative upkeep ability. Players must pay {2} for each age counter on the enchantment at the beginning of their upkeep. If the cost is not paid, the enchantment is sacrificed, but it triggers a devastating effect: it deals X damage to a target player, planeswalker, and all creatures they control, where X is twice the number of age counters minus two. This high-risk, high-reward dynamic makes it a fascinating subject for those studying the evolution of card design and strategic depth in Magic. As a red mana enchantment with a mana value of 4, it requires significant investment to activate, adding a layer of complexity that appeals to veteran players and serious collectors alike. Whether you are building a comprehensive collection of the Weatherlight block or simply admire the intricate mechanics of early Magic designs, the Heart of Bogardan offers a compelling piece of TCG history. Its enduring legacy is a testament to the creative vision that defined the late 1990s era of collectible card games.
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Heart of Bogardan
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Terese Nielsen
Card Stock
English
{2}{R}{R}
Enchantment
R
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Cumulative upkeep {2} (At the beginning of your upkeep, put an age counter on this permanent, then sacrifice it unless you pay its upkeep cost for each age counter on it.) When a player doesn't pay this enchantment's cumulative upkeep, this enchantment deals X damage to target player or planeswalker and each creature that player or that planeswalker's controller controls, where X is twice the number of age counters on this enchantment minus 2.
